APP Education Coordinator Acute & Critical Care

Children's Mercy KC • Kansas City, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy! Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.
Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.
Overview
The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Education Coordinator implements programs to meet the educational and learning needs of the professional staff, orientees, and students. The Coordinator assures department staff demonstrate and validate competency in required skills, as well as hospital department mandatory education requirements.
At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.
Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Requirements

• Master's Degree required and 3-5 years experience APP pediatric experience
• Licensed RN - Kansas OR Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas AND Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri OR Registered Nurse Multistate License MO required upon hire
• Licensed APRN - MO AND Licensed APRN - KS required upon hire
• Certified Nurse Practitioner, Licensed Clinical Nurse Specialist or Licensed Certified Physician Assistant required upon hire
• Successful completion of national board certification
• APRN board certification congruent with population and practice setting (see policy statement: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Roles and Practice Setting) Required Upon Hire
• Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical leadership while meeting the educational and informational needs of new employees, experienced staff, and students in the department.
• Assists the Manager or management team with operational management including staff selection and evaluation.
• Participates in unit, department, and organizational committees and performance improvement activities.
• Shares responsibility for the quality of care provided at CM and outside facilities where Heart Center APRNs practice.
• Contributes to patient care quality initiatives across the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior